Plum Rd Dam
Key Takeaway
Plum Rd Dam is classified as high hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 57.6% in KS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | KS09402 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CONCORDIA, CITY OF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Plum Rd Dam?
Plum Rd Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Plum Rd Dam?
Plum Rd Dam is owned by CONCORDIA, CITY OF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plum Rd Dam built?
Plum Rd Dam was completed in 2015, making it 11 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Plum Rd Dam?
Plum Rd Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Plum Rd Dam?
Plum Rd Dam has a dam height of 27 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Plum Rd Dam last inspected?
Plum Rd Dam was last inspected on April 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.